I am Julia Ilina, founder and CEO of DE&DE Interior Studio, based in Stockholm. I lead luxury interior projects for hotels, offices, boutiques, exhibitions, as well as private residences, guiding them from concept to realization. I thrive on creating thoughtful space layouts, developing 3D interior concepts, selecting materials and lighting, and coordinating the execution on site to ensure every detail aligns with the client’s vision. In my work, I combine a tailor-made approach with hands-on project management, design presentation, styling, and professional photoshoots to showcase results. I enjoy collaborating with clients and suppliers to deliver high-end interiors that marry aesthetics with practical functionality.

Julia Ilina

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I am Julia Ilina, founder and CEO of DE&DE Interior Studio, based in Stockholm. I lead luxury interior projects for hotels, offices, boutiques, exhibitions, as well as private residences, guiding them from concept to realization. I thrive on creating thoughtful space layouts, developing 3D interior concepts, selecting materials and lighting, and coordinating the execution on site to ensure every detail aligns with the client’s vision. In my work, I combine a tailor-made approach with hands-on project management, design presentation, styling, and professional photoshoots to showcase results. I enjoy collaborating with clients and suppliers to deliver high-end interiors that marry aesthetics with practical functionality.

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I am Julia Ilina, founder and CEO of DE&DE Interior Studio, based in Stockholm. I lead luxury interior projects for hotels, offices, boutiques, exhibitions, as well as private residences, guiding them from concept to realization. I thrive on creating thoughtful space layouts, developing 3D interior concepts, selecting materials and lighting, and coordinating the execution on site to ensure every detail aligns with the client’s vision.

In my work, I combine a tailor-made approach with hands-on project management, design presentation, styling, and professional photoshoots to showcase results. I enjoy collaborating with clients and suppliers to deliver high-end interiors that marry aesthetics with practical functionality.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate

Language

Swedish
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & CEO at DE&DE Interior Studio
June 1, 2017 - Present
Supervision of all interior projects; client communication and leadership of interior projects; project management including material and lighting selection, budget coordination, and supplier coordination; presenting services to potential clients; architectural supervision on-site; developing interior design concepts; decorating and styling interiors; organizing professional photoshoots; administrative work (agreements, presentations, etc.).
Interior Designer at Polinov Media
October 1, 2013 - April 1, 2017
Leading high-budget interior projects from concept to reality; meeting with potential clients; developing layouts and interior concepts; selecting materials, furniture and lighting per budget; producing technical drawings for implementation; on-site architectural supervision; decorating/styling interiors.
Freelance Interior Designer at Self-employed
October 1, 2010 - March 1, 2013
Developing interior projects for small apartments, including space planning, concept development, material and furniture selection, and styling.
Freelance Interior Designer at Freelance
October 1, 2010 - March 1, 2013
Developing interior projects for small apartments.

Education

Certificate in showroom commercial spaces interior design at IED Instituto di Europeo di Design Milan
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
Interior Architect at DH Interior Design School
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
Bachelor’s degree in International and Intercultural communication at Saint-Petersburg
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010
Milan Summer Program at Milan
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Certificate in showroom spaces interior design at IED Instituto di Europeo di Design Milan
January 11, 2030 - May 20, 2026
Bachelor’s degree, Interior Architect; International and Intercultural Communication at DH Interior Design School
January 11, 2030 - May 20, 2026
Milan Summer Program at Milan Summer Program
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services